Aquaglide Platinum Bravo Owner's manual

Brand: Aquaglide

Model: Platinum Bravo

Type: Owner's manual

Aquaglide Platinum Bravo

The Aquaglide Platinum Bravo is a large, high-capacity towable tube that can be pulled behind a boat by up to 8 people. It is made of durable PVC and features a comfortable cockpit with a padded seat. The Bravo also has a large water vent in the floor to help keep riders cool and dry.

The Bravo is perfect for a day of fun on the water. It is easy to inflate and deflate, and it can be used for a variety of activities, including tubing, lounging, and even as a platform for diving.

Here are some of the features of the Aquaglide Platinum Bravo:

Large capacity: The Bravo can accommodate up to 8 riders, making it perfect for large groups or families.

Aquaglide Platinum Bravo

The Bravo is perfect for a day of fun on the water. It is easy to inflate and deflate, and it can be used for a variety of activities, including tubing, lounging, and even as a platform for diving.

Here are some of the features of the Aquaglide Platinum Bravo:

Large capacity: The Bravo can accommodate up to 8 riders, making it perfect for large groups or families.

Stop! Read this manual carefully before using this product!

North Sports, Inc. #1 North Shore Dr, SE White Salmon, WA 98672 TEL: (509) 493-4938 FAX: (509) 493-4966

THE WARNINGS AND PRACTICES SET FORTH ABOVE IN THE WATERS-

PORTS SAFETY CODE REPRESENT SOME COMMON RISKS ENCOUN-

TERED BY USERS. THE CODE DOES NOT PURPORT TO COVER ALL

INSTANCES OF RISK OR DANGER. PLEASE USE COMMON SENSE AND

GOOD JUDGMENT.

Your equipment :

• Check all equipment prior to use. Inspect your product for missing, defective

or worn parts.

• Always check for proper ination before each use. Temperature and environ-

mental changes can cause changes in tube pressure. Using the product over

or under inated is dangerous and can cause damage to the product, voiding

the warranty.

• Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard Type III (PFD) vest.

Please contact us if you have any questions on the proper selection,

function, or safe use of this product.

Contents:

(1) Bravo Tube, (1) Repair Kit

Please Do Not Return This Product To The Store!

For questions regarding assembly, parts, or warranty, contact our

customer service department directly at 1-509-493-4938 or access

product information at the website below.

Watersports Safety Code

Watersports are fun and challenging but involve inherent risks of

injury or death. To increase your enjoyment of the sport and to

reduce your risks, use common sense and follow these rules:

Before you start:

• Familiarize yourself with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, the risks

inherent in the sport, and the proper use of the equipment.

• Know the waterways.

• Use caution and common sense.

• Do not use in swimming pools or within 15 feet of boats, docks, or other hard

obstructions.

• Do not attempt or allow somersaults. Landing on the head or neck can cause

serious injury, paralysis or death.

• Do not dive head rst or swim under this product.

• Never use at night, or in low-light conditions.

• Never use in poor weather conditions with excessive wind, waves or lightning.

• Do not use on dry land.

• Only allow use of the product with proper supervision. Secure the product

when not in use to prevent access by any other users.

It is the owner’s responsibility

to read the owner’s manual and instruct

all users in the safe operation of these products. By inating these products you hereby

agree to the Release of Liability, Claim Waiver, and Assumption of Risk Agreement in

this manual. Please read this manual prior to inating and using these products and

keep for future reference. As with any action sport, recklessness, inexperience, misuse,

or neglect of the equipment may result in serious injury or death.

Owner’s Manual

www.Aquaglide.net

Manual Covers the

following towables

Bravo

Maximum

Riders

Eight (8)

Rope

Strength

10,000 lbs.

TO REDUCE RISK

• Familiarize yourself with all applicable laws, the risks inherent in the sport, and the

proper use of equipment.

• Read your Owners Manual and inspect equipment prior to use.

• This product should never be used by children except under adult supervision.

• This is not a personal oatation device.

• Do not use speeds that exceed skills of rider. Boat speed should never exceed 18

mph for adults and 15 mph for children.

• Do not jump or dive from the product while in motion.

• Ride within your limits. Always ride in control and at appropriate speeds.

• Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III (PFD) vest.

• Never place wrists or feet through handles, or towing harness. Ensure tow rope is

clear of all body parts prior to, or during use.

• Rider should keep hands and feet out of water.

• Watercraft driver is responsible for the ride since the tube cannot be controlled by the

rider.

Use of this product and participation in the

sport involves inherent risks of injury or death.

Warning

• Always have a person other than the driver as an observer and agree on hand

signals before starting.

• Know the waterways where you will be skiing or riding. Do no ski or ride in shallow

water, near shore, docks, pilings, swimmers or other watercraft.

• Avoid CO

poisioning! Never drag within 20 feet behind a moving watercraft.

• Always turn ignition off when anyone is near watercraft power drive unit.

• Do not operate watercraft, ski or ride under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watercraft driver should avoid excessive speeds or sharp turns which might cause

tube to ip over, resulting in serious injury to rider.

• Do not exceed the manufacturer’s recommended number of users for your particular

product.

• Use a tow rope of at least 3350 lbs. average tensile strength for pulling 3 people,

7000 lbs. average tensile strength for pulling 5 people and 10,000 lbs. average

tensile strength for pulling 8 people on an inatable tube. The tow rope should be at

least 50 feet in length but not exceed 65 feet.

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Aquaglide Inc. #1 North Shore Dr, SE White Salmon, WA 98672 TEL: (509) 493-4938 FAX: (509) 493-4966

Assembly

1) Locate a at, dry area with access to electrical outlet or extension cord. The

best setup position will also make launching easy, so ideally the Bravo tube should

be carefully carried into position at the water’s edge. NOTE: Dragging or sliding

the Bravo over ground either before or after ination can cause damage.

2) Once in the setup/ launch position, unfold the Bravo Main Tube and Seat Tube

completely. Set the seat tube aside and locate the valve on the Main Tube.

3) Using a high output pump capable of reaching 2.2 psi (minimum) , place the

ination hose with proper adaptor into the valve and inate Main Tube. Inate to

2.2-2.5 psi. After ination, replace Main valve cover. Ination times can vary by in-

ator, but the Bravo should be rm and tight when completely inated. DO NOT

OVER-FILL. Excessively high pressure can cause damage to the product and

may void the warranty. In hot weather, be sure to leave room for air expansion.

WARNING: Do not use an air compressor to inate tube. Air compressors are

designed for high pressure ination and can cause tube to burst if over-inated.

4) With the Main Tube inated, position the white Seat Tube inside the Main Tube

cockpit. Carefully align each corner of the Seat Tube with the inner corners of the

Main Tube.

5) Locate the valve on the Seat Tube and inate, applying the instructions in Step

#2. As the Seat inates, adjust its position as needed to align with Main Tube. It is

acceptable to run Seat Tube pressure slightly lower than Main tube pressure. For

rider comfort, 1.8 - 2.0 p.s.i. is best for SEAT TUBE ONLY).

6) Depending on the application, some users may have purchased the optional

Swimstep Commercial. If you have a boarding platform, connect it now using the

instructions provided with the Swimstep.

7) Inspect and conrm towing bridle and shackle connections before use. Con-

nect tow line (not provided) to towing shackle using a professionally eye-spliced

end. Secure tow shackle rmly in closed position using a box wrench or adjust-

able crescent wrench (not provided). Use ONLY high quality rope that meets the

required 10,000 lb break strength requirement for towing 8 people. Inspect and

conrm tow rope and its connection to the towing shackle. IMPORTANT: These

areas are under high load and are subject to wear. Repeat this process before

every use.

8) To launch the product, make sure to have at least 4 people evenly spaced

around the product to help carry it. NEVER DRAG THE BRAVO! YOU MUST LIFT

AND SET TO AVOID ANY ACCIDENTAL TEARING AND/OR ABRASION.

The Bravo can be used as a towable, anchored as a stand-alone lounge platform

or as an accessory for your Aquapark.

Towing

1) While the Bravo tube is large, it is also very buoyant, resulting in a a tube that can be

pulled by most capable tow boats including full-sized personal watercraft. However,

because of the high loads that can be generated, it is important to conrm that your tow

rope and tow ttings are up to the task (10,000 lb break strength).

2) Before each use always inspect the product carefully and conrm:

A. Proper ination (2.2 - 2.5 p.s.i. for Main Tube, 1.8 - 2.0 for Seat),

B. Secure connections linking the Main Tube and towing bridle,

C. Secure connections linking the Towing Bridle and Shackle,

D. Secure connections linking the Shackle and Tow Rope,

E. Secure connections linking the Tow Rope and Tow Boat, and nally

F. No signs of wear in any of these load-bearing areas.

*NOTE: Immediately replace any parts that show signs of wear.

3) When towing the Bravo, take care to position riders so as to bal-

ance weight evenly. When fully loaded, heavier riders should sit

toward the back of the cockpit to avoid water entry over the front

of the tube at low speeds.

4) In the case of water entry over the front of the Bravo, the driver should stop im-

mediately, redistribute weight more toward the back of the tube, and restart. Typically,

a condent start with faster initial accelleration will bring the Bravo up onto a plane

immediately and avoid any issues with water entry.

5) The Bravo is equipped with a large water vent in the oor, toward the rear of the tube.

As the Bravo is pulled through the water, this vent allows accumulated water to leave

the tube. *NOTE:

A. When removing the Bravo from the water, you must lift the product by the towing

bridle in order to allow accumulated water to drain out through the vent. Be patient, the

product is far lighter once the water has drained.

B. DO NOT leave the Bravo partially beached in shorebreak. The incoming wave action

will wash silt, sand and other particles into the Bravo through the vent, making it difcult

or impossible to move the product.

6) When towing the Bravo, the driver should never exceed 18 mph with adults, or 15

mph with children. The driver should avoid excessive speed and sharp turns. Do not

tow in excessive chop or waves which could cause the tube to become airborne. The

driver must use common sense to avoid potentially dangerous situations. Under normal

conditions, the Bravo is both exciting and extremely stable.

7) When towing the Bravo, riders should remain seated inside the cockpit with both hands

rmly grasping handles at all times. Do not allow riders to touch the water with hands or

feet while in motion. Never jump or dive from the product while in motion.

Anchoring

IMPORTANT: If you will use the Bravo in an anchored setting, proper anchoring

is essential to the safety of your product. Due to the wide variety of conditions,

we advise using a professional skilled in mooring and anchoring, and experi-

enced with local conditions. If improperly anchored, the product can move and/or

oat away. Aquaglide, Inc. is not responsible for any damage, injuries or losses

due to improper anchoring.

Here are some general guidelines for anchoring your product. These guidelines

are not intended to replace the need for professional installation.

1) Anchoring the Bravo for use as a swim platform/ lounge requires the use of

an optional Swimstep Commercial boarding platform or another platform acces-

sory (sold separately) to gain access to the product from the water.

2) Choose your location for your Bravo. Place the product in at least 8 ft. of

water depth and in an area protected from the wind and boat trafc. Review

your lake rules and restrictions with your local authorities.

3) Carefully check area under the product for sharp or dangerous objects (i.e.

rocks or stumps).

4) Keep a safe distance from docks, boats, boat lifts, and any other structures.

5) Anchors and anchor line are sold separately. We recommend at least 100

lbs. of weight for the Bravo. Heavier anchors (200 lbs. or more) should be used

with Aquaparks or on large, windy bodies of water.

6) If the Bravo is used as a stand alone item, securely connect the anchor line

to the towing shackle and tow bridle.

7) Leave sufcient slack in the anchor line to allow the Bravo movement in wind,

waves or tides without displacing your anchor.

8) If severe weather is expected, it is best to remove the Bravo from the water

and secure or store it.

Care and Maintenance

1) While your product has been initially treated with UV protectant, long-term

exposure to sunlight will damage the product. Regularly apply a UV protectant to

the exposed surface of the tube to ensure the life of your product. We recco-

mend using ONLY 303 UV Protectant intended for use on vinyl for this purpose.

Monthly application while the product is in use is required. NOT DOING

THIS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. 303 UV Protectant is available at

most watersports dealers, or online at www.303-products.com.

2) WARNING: Certain products, especially petrolium-based solvents, clean-

ers and protectants such as ArmorAll can damage the product and use of these

products will void the warranty.

3) WARNING: Use of a high-pressure washer will damage the product and

void the warranty. To clean, use a soft bristle brush with mild soap and fresh

water. 303 UV Protectant contains a ‘safe for vinyl’ cleaner, and can be used to

clean and protect the product at the same time.

4) Check the ination of your tube often. It may appear to have lost air early in

the morning, but will expand once the sun warms it. Maximum expansion will

occur in the heat of the day. Proper ination is critical to the safe operation of

your product and will prolong damage from wear.

Storage

1) Before storing, place the product on a clean, level area. Clean with mild soap

and water and allow to dry completely. Apply 303 Protectant to the surface of all

tubes before deating.

2) Remove ALL of the air from the tubes using the deation end of the high

output inator/deator. If some air is left in the tube, it may freeze causing crack-

ing. Close valve and seal with valve cap immediately to prevent air from leaking

back into tube.

3) Lay the product out at and fold in half, then in half again. Both folds should

go in the same direction, leaving the product folded into a long strip. Moving

from one end to the other, roll the product loosely and secure.

4) Store the Bravo out of direct sunlight and protected from the environment

in a clean, dry location. It is best to store inside a container with moth balls to

prevent damage from rodents. NEVER store uncovered, in a damp location, or

on a concrete surface! NEVER store at temperatures below 40 degrees F.

Aquaglide, Inc. #1 North Shore Dr, SE White Salmon, WA 98672 TEL: (509) 493-4938 FAX: (509) 493-4966

www.Aquaglide.net

Owner’s Manual

Watersports can be safe and fun for all levels of enthusiasts. The Operator’s Manual is presented to

enhance your enjoyment of the sport. It is intended to alert you to some of the potentially dangerous

conditions that can arise in all watersports.

To reduce the risk of injury or death, follow these guidelines:

• Carefully read the product Owner’s Manual and follow the instructions.

• Take all reasonable precautions in the use and operation of your trampoline and/or

aquapark.

• Teach anyone using your trampoline and/or aquapark about safe guidelines prior to use.

• Know your own limits. Stop when you are tired. Act responsibly. Be in good physical

condition and be cautious in your use of this or any other water sports product.

• Periodically check mooring bridles and/or lines to ensure safety. Replace any portion of

mooring and/or connection system that shows signs of wear.

• Do not add any hardware or attachments not otherwise supplied by the manufacturer.

THE WARNINGS AND PRACTICES SET FORTH ABOVE REPRESENT SOME COMMON RISKS

ENCOUNTERED BY USERS AND DOES NOT PURPORT TO COVER ALL INSTANCES OF RISK OR

DANGER. PLEASE USE COMMON SENSE AND GOOD JUDGMENT.

Please contact the dealer or manufacturer of this product if you have any questions about proper

selection, function, or safe use of this product.

CAUTION

Main Tube

Seat Tube

Platform

Rings

Main Valve

Locking Shackle

Tow Bridle

Tow Bridle Rings

Main Tube

Bravo Diagram

Bravo Detail (front)

(back)

(front)

Warranty

By opening and assembling this product, you are agreeing (1) to be bound to the terms set forth below and (2) to require anyone using this

product to be bound by such terms. If you are unwilling to be bound by these terms, return this product (before use) for a full refund.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK

: Use of this product and any of its components involves certain inherent risks, dangers, and hazards which can result in serious personal injury and

death. In using the product, you freely agree to assume and accept any and all known and unknown risks of injury while using this equipment. The risks inherent in the sport

can be greatly reduced by abiding by the Warning Guidelines listed in this Owner’s Manual and by using common sense.

RELEASE AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS AGREEMENT:

In consideration of the sale of the product to you, you hereby agree to the fullest extent permitted by law as follows:

TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS

that you have or may in the future have against North Sports Inc., and Aquaglide Inc.,its distributors and dealers, resulting from use of

this product and any of its components.

TO RELEASE

North Sports, Inc. and Aquaglide, Inc. from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury, or expense that you or any users of this product may suffer, or that

your next of kin may suffer, as a result of the use of this product, due to any cause whatsoever, including negligence or breach of contract on the part of North Sports Inc. and

Aquaglide Inc. in the design or manufacture of this product and any of its components.

ARBITRATION:

In further consideration of the sale to you of this product and any of its components, you hereby agree to submit to binding arbitration any and all claims which

you believe you may have against North Sports Inc. and Aquaglide Inc. arising from the use of any North Sports Inc. and Aquaglide Inc. equipment or products. The arbitration

shall be pursuant to the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Arbitration shall be commenced within (1) year from the date on which any alleged claim rst arose.

Further, the arbitration shall be held in White Salmon, Washington unless otherwise mutually agreed to by all parties. The submission to the American Arbitration Association

shall be unlimited and the arbitration award may be enforced by any Court of competent jurisdiction.

BINDING EFFECT OF AGREEMENT

: In the event of your death or incapacity, this Agreement shall be effective and binding upon your heirs, next of kin, executors, adminis-

trators, assigns, and representatives.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

: In entering into this Agreement, you are not relying upon any oral or written representations other than what is set forth in this agreement and the

North Sports Inc. and Aquaglide Inc. Owner’s Manual.

NOTICE! - Release of Liability, Claim Waiver, and Assumption of Risk Agreement

Aquaglide, Inc. #1 North Shore Dr, SE White Salmon, WA 98672 TEL: (509) 493-4938 FAX: (509) 493-4966

for more information go to:

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Returns and Service Policy

Product can be returned only if a return autho-

rization number (RA) is given by Aquaglide in

advance. The RA number must be on the outside

of the package or it will not be accepted at our

warehouse. Freight on the returned product must

be prepaid or it will not be accepted. Upon receipt,

Aquaglide will make a determination within (30)

days. If the product is covered under warranty it

will be returned to the customer at the expense of

Aquaglide, Inc. after repairs can be made. If not,

the customer will receive a quote for repair and/

or replacement as well as any necessary cleaning

and shipping charges. The customer will have

30 days to accept the quotation. At the end of 30

days, or upon refusal of the quote, Aquaglide will

return the product in the condition in which it was

received at the customer’s expense. The customer

agrees to authorize Aquaglide, Inc. to charge the

customer’s credit card for any costs not covered

under the terms and conditions of the Aquaglide

Warranty.

Aquaglide, Inc. warrants products to be free

of defects in material or workmanship to

the original purchaser for a period of (1)

year from date of purchase. This warranty is

subject to the following limitations:

Warranty is valid only with dated proof of pur-

chase in the form of the original invoice.

Warranty coverage is valid for both recreational

and commercial use.

Aquaglide will make the nal warranty determi-

nation which may require inspection and/or photos

of the product which clearly show defect(s). We

require the above be sent to another location of our

choice, freight prepaid, or by email to warranty@

northsports.com.

If a product is deemed to be defective by Aqua-

glide, the warranty covers the repair or replacement

of the defective product only. Aquaglide will not

be responsible for any costs, losses, or damages

incurred as a result of loss of use of product.

This warranty does not cover damage caused

by misuse, abuse, neglect, or normal wear and

tear, including, but not limited to, punctures,

dragging the product over the ground, damage

due to excessive sun exposure or seam failure

due to overination in the sun, damage caused by

improper handling and storage, damage caused by

use in waves or shore break, and damage caused

by anything other than defects in materials and

workmanship.

This warranty is voided if any unauthorized

repair, change, or modication has been made to

any part of the equipment. Authorization for such

must come in writing from Aquaglide.

The warranty for any repaired or replacement

equipment is good from the date of the original

purchase only.

Any warranty claims must be accompanied by

the original purchase receipt. The name of the re-

tailer and date of purchase must be clear & legible.

There are no warranties which extend beyond

the warranty specied here.

Aquaglide Platinum Bravo Owner's manual

Brand: Aquaglide

Model: Platinum Bravo

Type: Owner's manual

Aquaglide Platinum Bravo

The Bravo is perfect for a day of fun on the water. It is easy to inflate and deflate, and it can be used for a variety of activities, including tubing, lounging, and even as a platform for diving.

Here are some of the features of the Aquaglide Platinum Bravo:

Large capacity: The Bravo can accommodate up to 8 riders, making it perfect for large groups or families.

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